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    Jennifer K.

    Amazing tattoo experience! I was greeted by Howie with a big smile. Kilee was my tattoo artist. And I love it! Starting from reaching out to Kilee @ Kilee.b.ink to getting my tattoo from her, she was friendly and had a lot of patience. She made sure that I love the placement and the size. And her execution of the tattoo was on point. Everyone in the place was very friendly, and I can't wait to go back.

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    Mia S.

    I came here to get a back tattoo done by Alisa (alisadanart on IG). She did such a great job bringing my idea to life! I also appreciated how accommodating she was throughout the whole process - printing different stencil sizes and adjusting the position for me. I love how detailed the flowers are and am super happy, looking forward to seeing how it heals. Also, the studio is super cute, clean and everyone was very friendly. Good vibes all around and I'd definitely come back :)!

    Kacie M.

    Jose is insanely talented. If you care about clean fine line work and micro realism, he's your guy. The detail on this tattoo is unreal. The cherubs are perfectly balanced, the shading is super smooth, and the lines are so clean it almost doesn't look real. Nothing looks heavy or overworked. Everything is soft, precise, and exactly how fine line tattoos should look. What impressed me most was the micro realism. Even the tiny details hold up close, and the lettering came out crisp and delicate without overpowering the piece. You can tell Jose really knows how to control his lines and understands how tattoos will age over time. I plan to continue booking with Jose for all of my fine line and micro realism tattoos moving forward because his work truly speaks for itself. Jose is also incredibly flexible and patient. When I first booked, I originally planned on getting the tattoo on my hand, then kept changing my mind about placement. I must have sent him at least ten emails with changes. Instead of getting annoyed, he was so patient and made sure I felt completely confident and happy with the final decision, which ended up being my back. When I got to the studio, we played with the stencils, and his precision and perfectionist mentality completely won me over. He truly cares about balance and symmetry and will not let you walk out with something that looks crooked or unbalanced. His goal is for the tattoo to look impeccable, and it shows. I also have to give a huge shoutout to the studio owners, Sam and Howie. While Jose was tattooing me, Sam was working on another client nearby, creating a floral neck piece that was absolutely breathtaking. Watching her work made me want to book with her in the future. She is clearly an incredible artist. Meanwhile, Howie was DJing and mixing music the entire time, and honestly, it was such a vibe. His taste in music was perfect. Chill but still upbeat. I got to a point where I completely stopped listening to my podcast and was just enjoying his mixes instead. It made the whole experience feel relaxed and fun, especially during a longer session. There were also other tattoo artists in the studio, all working on amazing designs. The level of talent in this place is unreal. Everyone is so skilled, welcoming, and passionate about what they do. The studio itself is clean, comfortable, and has such a strong sense of community. You really feel taken care of here. The friendliness, the talent, and the overall energy of the space made this such a great experience. On top of that, their prices are very reasonable for the quality of work you're getting. I'm beyond happy with my tattoo and so impressed with this studio as a whole. You truly can't go wrong booking here.

    Janelle P.

    First, huge thanks to Howie for getting me all set up to come in same-day. And major gratitude to Alisa Adanza for making my butterfly tattoo dreams a reality in a span of just a few hours! I can't stop staring at it! :') I appreciate everything Alisa did to make my second tattoo experience a smooth and comfortable ride (and my first one in a studio). Big plus that the vibes of this shop were also super warm and cozy.

    Bryan W.

    Alisa was my tattoo artist and she was the best. Super Gentle hands and her art and lines were outstanding. I have another tattoo planned already and i'm planning on going back to Alisa. She's super open to ideas for tattoos and is really willing to work with you when designing your tattoo! 100% would recommend so please check out her work!

    Sweet pea & humming bird

    I wish words could express how wonderful my experience with Mateo Studios and Alisa personally has been! She has an amazing way of bringing my ideas to life, always exceeding my original vision. Not to mention, she is one of the kindest people with the most infectious energy! I would highly recommend Mateo Studios and Alisa to anyone who asks! Also to mention the studio is consistently well kept and all the artist are super friendly!

    Aimee M.

    I had an amazing experience at Mateo Studio LA. My artist Jose was extremely communicative and made me feel comfortable with my first large tattoo. The studio has a chill vibe and staff was friendly.

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    Nina D.

    Mateo Studios was super inviting from the moment my partner and I walked in! From the decor, to the hospitality, even to the snacks, we felt super accommodated and comfy! Thank you so much to Serina (@anirestattoo) for hooking us up with two beautiful carnivorous plant tattoos! Not only did they come out beautiful but Serina was wonderful to chat with and super kind and understanding! We will gladly be back! Thank you!! :)

    Definitely loved our group tattoo experience !
    Brenda M.

    We had a great experience at Mateo Studio LA last weekend. Friends and I had similar tattoos, we each had our own edits and Jose was great to accommodate each request. Quality tattoos and so happy we found Jose and the studio. The studio is clean and fun art/collectables to look at while friends were on the table.

    Colston W.

    I found Emily (@ecmcon) on instagram and loved her Neon Genesis Evangelion Cybersigil designs! Emily and Mateo Studio made the process so easy, from scheduling to payment! Even the studio is really cool! Will be working with Emily again soon!

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    Diana R.

    It's been a year since I got my first tattoo done by @Alisadanzart and i am so in love with my tattoos and experience at this studio that I keep going back for more ! The studio is so cute, tranquil, and all the artists are so welcoming and kind. During my first tattoo session I was welcomed by the owners and my artist (Alisa) who guided me through the entire process from start to end. My first tattoo was a sentimental one I had been planning for yeeears and as soon as I saw her flash design I knew she was the one. It's very reassuring knowing how mindful of your comfort Alisa is and how open she is to working with you to personalize your tattoo. She consistently checks in and gives you a heads up when she's going over parts that might feel a bit "spicy". She also has such a gentle hand - I know tattoos can be painful but she literally has a magic touch where there's minimal pain, no blowouts, and vibrant ink. Her intentionality and passion for her art through her detail oriented approach from drawing up a design, placement, execution and after care is what makes her a great artist. And why you should book with her :) ** Pictured is my 2.5 inch sparrow on my right outer shoulder which I went back after 3 to add the spider lilies. When I tell you Alisa has her best intentions with her work I mean it - I went in to add the florals and Alisa touched up my sparrow as well (wasn't fading or missing anything but she felt there were small details she could add/touch up to enhance the design)

    Alicia C.

    I got this amazing hummingbird done by Serina! Her service & professionalism is 10/10. She listened to every detail I wanted on my tattoo & instantly made me feel comfortable in my decision to get work done with her. I will definitely go back to her for my next tattoo! The studio itself is a really great space-- clean and cozy. Since moving to LA, I always take into consideration parking & it was super easy here. I found street parking right away.

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    Maria G.

    My experience here was awesome! With the right directions, the place is easy to find, and there was plenty of street parking when I went. Big shoutout to Jose I found his work on IG and booked through email. He responded super fast and was really friendly and professional. His talent speaks for itself! Overall, 10/10 I'll definitely be coming back to get more work done with him soon. Thanks again, Jose!

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    Thank you so much Rebeca! Hope to see you soon!

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    Thanks for choosing our shop Joshua!

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    Thank you so much Trini! I hope to see you soon for your next one!

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    Thanks so much Monique! Hope to see you soon!

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    Baron Art Tattoo Studio

    Baron Art Tattoo Studio

    4.8
    (315 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$
    Free consultations
    Discounts available

    The place is quite nice (clean and cool layout) and they were so kind to be willing to take me and…read more2 of my friends as walk-ins a little over an hour before closing time. Tracy at the front desk was super helpful with check in and my questions about jewelry and what not. My one feedback and note would be to mention that visitors do have the option to "try-on" jewelry if they are torn between sizes or colors of jewelry because I think some newcomers wouldn't be aware they could do that if it's not mentioned. My friend asked to try a couple of jewel sizes and that was really helpful with decision making. (By try-on, you are just holding the jewelry piece up to yourself and checking yourself out in the mirror :P ) They offer titanium and gold jewelry here. Many beautiful pieces. They also sell saline spray (for $15 if I remember correctly) which I picked up since I was traveling and will be traveling again. Lacy pierced me and she was soooo amazing! She was really through with her explanations and I felt very comfortable with her. Everything went so smoothly and it was mostly painless - only a pinch in the process but no discomfort after the jewelry was already in. My friends and I left with super cute nostril piercings! Highly recommend this studio. Very grateful and happy with the experience here.

    I was going to leave my review as is but i will not be called a liar about my experience then…read morepressured to delete my review entirely. "Regarding your wait time, management confirmed it was significantly shorter than stated" - attached are photos at 6:20pm on 4/11/26 aka the time i went in & upon arrival i asked to use the restroom, i took a selfie amongst other pics & the date & time can be found on each one. When leaving, i was asked for my information & to enroll in ur $5 off coupon which was at 8:16pm on 4/11/26. almost exactly two hours, not sure which manager looked into that but i did not randomly chose that number. Consultation - Tabitha asked via phone if i was given the option or made aware of threadless vs threaded jewelry, i was not nor was I given the option between the two. (Im assuming since you guys only carry threadless anyways.) Lacy said the piercings could get expensive when downsizing multiple sizes & when custom jewelry becomes a thing (she gave me an example of hers that have a wide flat back) which i understood. I was never told the jewelry on hand would be so flimsy or else i would have left with a spare set. or why wouldnt that be offered if its a known thing that theyre just going to break soon after? "our management team has reached out multiple times" - Tabitha called me on 4/20/26 at 2:03pm post yelp review & asking me to elaborate which i did. she apologized & said she would investigate & immediately followed up asking if i could "take down the yelp review" I initially agreed but im so glad i didnt. All that was asked of me was to pick a date & time & she will have someone replace the jewelry that broke at the el monte location but she would have to call me back & let me know if there was someone at that location who COULD do it & that she would call back. when she called back at 2:38pm 4/20/26 she stated ordering a threaded set would take 6-8 weeks & that she will order my downsize. we agreed on that solution & hungup. Then 4/28/26 Tabitha texts me & there was no solution so we could agree on so thanked her & left it at that (screenshots attached as well) "waived fees" - crazy cause you guys swear this is something special. when i get my nails done & one breaks theyre quick to fix it FOR FREE & not keep reminding me that breakage could happen nor badgering me that IM at fault for it/knew the risks. Theres no fee to waive if i want to put the jewelry in my own face for free which you guys denied me of because u didnt want to mail them to me. "we offered appointments at our other locations with free parking lots" - text attached of Tabithas convo but she definitely stated STREET parking, exactly how the LA location is so.. not sure where the "Convenience & Options" were. sorry it came to this Leo, maybe ask both sides next time instead of just listening to one.

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    Oak & Poppy Tattoos and Piercings

    Oak & Poppy Tattoos and Piercings

    4.8
    (870 reviews)
    21.0 mi
    $$
    Certified professionals
    8 years in business

    There aren't the words to express just how comfortable and PAINLESS my experience was at the 3rd St…read moreOak and Poppy. Yesterday I got my septum pierced for my birthday. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted warmly and immediately made to feel at ease. The shop itself is very clean and welcoming. The jewelry is beautifully displayed. I just wish I remembered the name of the woman who helped us because she made such an impression. She walked us through all the options at different price points in a way that felt completely neutral and respectful. There was no subtle steering toward something more expensive. It genuinely felt like whatever we chose was the right choice. Ivy, my piercer, was incredibly thorough and precise. I really want to stress how pleasant and painless this piercing was. I am talking pain level 0 out of 10. I AM NOT MAKING THAT UP. She is extremely clean in her process and talked me through every step so I always knew what was happening. The room itself felt like a doctor's office in terms of cleanliness and professionalism. I wanted to write this because there aren't many reviews here about septum piercings specifically. When I was searching for where I wanted to go, Oak and Poppy kept coming up but I didn't see many septum reviews. Ivy is a true professional in this work. It's clear she knows exactly what she's doing. The staff cares about the customer's experience and it shows every step of the way. If you're looking for a septum piercing and want an experience that feels comfortable, this is the place to go! Thank you Ivy! Thank you Oak and Poppy!

    The staff here are friendly and welcoming. I'm giving 4 stars for their customer service,…read morecleanliness, and responsiveness. My husband and I got matching tattoos here and for the tattoo itself it's 3 stars. Today, it has been 3 days since we got the tattoo and although the tattoo itself is small, has fine lines, and is on the wrist, it appears as if it has a smear/smudge on one of the corners on both tattoos. This isn't my first tattoo, and my husband and I have been following the after care and have been careful. It's on the healing stage, but you can tell that the corner line differs and there is a smudged area on both tattoos. For both these it was $240 total and done by Chris. I will update this review once the tattoos heal completely.

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    Supersweet Tattoos & Coffee

    Supersweet Tattoos & Coffee

    4.7
    (849 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    Certified professionals
    Available by appointment

    There are not enough words to describe how grateful I am that I met Alexa and have gotten many…read moretattoos with her. Not only is this woman one of the most talented humans alive, but she is such an amazing and kind person and getting to be tattooed by her has become such a highlight of my life. When I first met her, I was in a really bad place with my health. I was living with some very serious health issues and was just overall struggling so much and truthfully, I felt like a foreigner in my own body. I first got a Wicked tattoo done by her and when I walked into Supersweet, I was so nervous. I had many other tattoos but I was just in a very vulnerable place and at that time, everything made me anxious. When she sat down with her designs, what she had come up with took my breath away. It was so much better than I could have ever imagined and it was the most stunning design I'd ever seen. As we sat down to get started, she could tell that I was nervous and was so gracious, gentle, compassionate and understanding, and really took her time to make sure I felt safe. This meant the world to me. After that, I was scheduled to have a tattoo with her again, and I needed to cancel bc I ended up having emergency back surgery. She was, again, so kind, loving, understanding and supportive. I have since come in and gotten quite a few more tattoos with her and for the first time in so long, my body feels like my own again and I am excited to look down and see my beautiful tattoos done by her. I fully intend to be her client from now until, honestly, however long she'll have me. Her work is stunning and I have so much fun at our sessions. She is someone I deeply appreciate and I truly couldn't be more grateful for Alexa! She's such a kind human, that my husband, who SWORE he would never get a tattoo started warming up to the idea because he finally felt safe and comfortable and that was solely because of her. He officially just got his first tattoo from her. I am so excited for more tattoo fun and I HIGHLY recommend booking with her!

    I just got my tattoo done at Supersweet Tattoos & Coffee and this past weekend and had an amazing…read moreexperience. The artist I worked with (Roxie) was so polite and professional. I was definitely giving toddler energy by kicking my feet and asking questions and she totally entertained every second of it. We talked about movies, tv shows, travel, music, etc. The conversation totally helped distract from the pain and before i knew it the session was over. I thought parking would be tough, but i went on a Saturday afternoon and found parking relatively easily a block away on Lake Shore Ave. The quality of work is top notch and my tattoo came out exactly as i wanted it to. Strongly recommend!

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    Oni Tattoo

    Oni Tattoo

    4.9
    (156 reviews)
    6.9 mi
    Speaks Mandarin
    Certified professionals

    My friend and I were looking around for a tattoo shop for our first tattoos. We walked into Oni…read moreTattoo on Saturday and Sam @tatt.chi was able to take my friend. He wanted double bands around his forearm and Sam was able to sketch it out and do the tattoo on the same day. We were in and out within 1.5 hours. He explained the process and aftercare which made getting a tattoo seamless and less daunting. I was on the fence about getting a tattoo but my friend said if he got one I would have to get one too. I decided to get a runner with an ekg as I thought it was fitting for me. I wanted something small for my first tattoo and easily to keep hidden from my mom (sorry mom). He asked me to send him a picture of what I wanted and scheduled an appointment for Monday at 11am. Once Monday came I walked over and signed the consent form. He then printed out the tattoo and placed the outline on my chest and asked me if it was where I wanted it. Being a tattoo noob I trusted his judgement. After letting the outline dry I laid down and he began working on the piece. He said since it was a small tattoo and mainly lines there shouldn't be much pain and the healing process wouldn't be as long. It took about 30 mins to finish up the tattoo and the quality came out amazing. There was no pain at all and he went over the aftercare as well. I showed Sam this other tattoo I wanted and he said he would be able to do that as well. He says his art style is realism and anime so I can't wait to get more work done by him. He has been tattooing for 2 years now along with his apprenticeship. He told me to message him when I'm ready for my next piece. Maybe this tattoo thing is an addiction and will keep you coming back for more.

    WOW! Roger is amazing! He spent two sessions with me. One 5 hour and the other 3 hours. It was such…read morea good experience his attention to detail was beyond words! Even though it was painful towards the end he took breaks with me and gave me numbing cream. I have had 14 tattoos and this one was painful at the end by far just cause of all the different coloring! I'm happy with the result and can't stop looking at it. Thank you so much!! I will def be back for more!!!

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